Ghanaian youngster Ernest Poku on target as AZ Alkmaar and Le Havre settles for draw in preseason friendly win

Ghanaian youngster Ernest Poku was in fine form for AZ Alkmaar during their preseason friendly game against Le Havre on Wednesday.The Dutch-born Ghanaian talent registered his name on the score sheet as his outfit played out a 1-1 draw with the French Ligue 1 club.The 20-year-old centre-forward wasted no time to open the scoring for the Eredivisie club in the thrilling encounter. Poku shot Alkmaar into the lead after just two minutes into the game at the AFAS Stadion in Netherlands.Eight minutes later, Le Havre leveled the pegging through Issa Soumaré. And with no additional goal in the game, both teams had to settle for a 1-1 draw.Both teams are gearing up their preparation for the 2024/25 football season as they aim to make a meaningful impact.Le Havre narrowly escaped the drop last season and are determined to change the narrative in the upcoming season.AZ Alkmaar, on the other side finished fourth on the league standings and will be hoping to move further in the upcoming season.The Ghanaian youngster, who is currently under contract until 2026 is aiming to establish himself key a member of the team ahead of the new season.

Aug 1, 2024 - 11:15
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Ghanaian youngster Ernest Poku on target as AZ Alkmaar and Le Havre settles for draw in preseason friendly win

Ghanaian youngster Ernest Poku was in fine form for AZ Alkmaar during their preseason friendly game against Le Havre on Wednesday.

The Dutch-born Ghanaian talent registered his name on the score sheet as his outfit played out a 1-1 draw with the French Ligue 1 club.

The 20-year-old centre-forward wasted no time to open the scoring for the Eredivisie club in the thrilling encounter. Poku shot Alkmaar into the lead after just two minutes into the game at the AFAS Stadion in Netherlands.

Eight minutes later, Le Havre leveled the pegging through Issa Soumaré. And with no additional goal in the game, both teams had to settle for a 1-1 draw.

Both teams are gearing up their preparation for the 2024/25 football season as they aim to make a meaningful impact.

Le Havre narrowly escaped the drop last season and are determined to change the narrative in the upcoming season.

AZ Alkmaar, on the other side finished fourth on the league standings and will be hoping to move further in the upcoming season.

The Ghanaian youngster, who is currently under contract until 2026 is aiming to establish himself key a member of the team ahead of the new season.